Committee Charge

The Orientation Committee plans and conducts orientation programs at both the Midwinter Meeting and Annual Conference. The two-hour Saturday morning orientations at both conferences provide attendees an introduction to ALA, NMRT, the conference, the exhibits, and the host city. Additionally, the program provides the opportunity for other ALA divisions and round tables to distribute literature and promote their organizations.

The additional one-hour program held on Friday afternoon at Annual focuses on the conference experience. It introduces attendees to NMRT and also offers literature provided by ALA divisions and round tables.

History of the Committee

Prior to 2002-2003, the committee planned and conducted Annual orientation. During 2002-2003, the committee's charged changed to include the planning and conducting of both the Midwinter and Annual orientations. In 2007 Conference 101, the additional one-hour program held on Friday afternoon at Annual was added to the charge. In 2011, the Friday afternoon program was extended by an additional half hour.

Major Responsibilities

Plan and conduct orientation programs at both the Midwinter Meeting and Annual Conference. The orientations serve to introduce attendees to ALA (including its various divisions and roundtables), NMRT, the conference, the exhibits, and the host city.

Procedures Used to Accomplish Major Responsibilities

Establish the committee.

Set goals and objectives of the program.

Secure speakers and materials.

Carry-out program.

Committee Composition and Term(s) of Office

Chair and members serve one-year term with an appointment from Annual to Annual.